Karen Louise Elliott “Ma Karen”, age 72 of Paw Paw, passed away at her home with her family at her side July 31, 2017. She was born in Beach Golden Valley, North Dakota on June 17, 1945, the daughter of the late Clarence and Darleen (Clark) Bush. She leaves behind her seven children, Kenneth Elliott, Scott Elliott, Troy “Charles” Elliott, Michael (Suzie) Elliott, Marc Cole, Catherine Cole and Dorene Cole, nine grandchildren, Kasandra Elliott, Jared Elliott, Kayla Elliott, Zachary Elliott, Garrett Elliott, Riley Cole, Madison Cole, Annibelle Cole and Caelyn Cole, three great grandchildren and several sisters and a brother living in Idaho and North Dakota. Karen was preceded in death by several of her brothers. Karen enjoyed weaving many items and working as a self-employed artisan. She was a member of the Paw Paw Eagles and the Elks. She was a past member of the Lawton Lions Club. The family will receive friends on Sunday, August 6, 2017 beginning at 10:00 a.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, 502 West Michigan Ave, Paw Paw where a funeral service will commence at 11:00 a.m. with Delcy Kuhlman officiating. Cremation will follow services.